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FILE - In this June 7, 2007 file photo, baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron smiles as he speaks at a ceremony where a commemorative plaque was unveiled at Miller Park in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Braves are planning to honor the 40th anniversary of Hank Aaron's record 715th home run in a pregame ceremony before their home opener against the Mets on April 8.

The team also announced Tuesday that the Braves will wear a commemorative patch on the right sleeve during the season. The patch, shaped like home plate, carries the number 715, Aaron's autograph and a "40th Anniversary" banner.